Feb 24 '18 Brickshire golf club under contract-Royal New Kent and Stonehouse courses closed for now Three area golf courses between Richmond and Williamsburg remain in flux after their shared owner put them on the market last year, with one under contract to be purchased by surrounding residents and the other two shuttered for the time being. The owner of Brickshire Golf Club in New Kent County is in negotiations to […]
Feb 23 '18 Dewey Decibel Concert Series in Williamsburg VA Dewey Decibel Concert Series The Dewey Decibel Concert series returns this September for its 18th year, lighting up the Williamsburg Library Theatre stage with an eclectic mix of popular jazz, folk, bluegrass, Americana, and classical music acts. All shows take place at the Williamsburg Library Theatre, and this year’s schedule includes a mixture of free and ticketed performances. With […]
Feb 20 '18 William & Mary elects first woman president William & Mary’s Board of Visitors today unanimously elected Katherine A. Rowe, currently provost of Smith College and a leader in digital innovation of the liberal arts, as the 28th president of the university. She will begin on July 1. Rowe will succeed W. Taylor Reveley III, who is retiring June 30 after two decades […]
Feb 12 '18 Keep Your Cool – Here’s What Really Happens at a Virginia real estate closing Details matter, especially when it comes to the all-important Closing Disclosure. After all of the components of the home buying process — negotiations, appraisals, inspections, and insurance — it’s very exciting to (finally) get to closing. But do you know what really happens during this final appointment? Closing on a home can be nerve-racking simply […]
Feb 9 '18 Holly Hills developer attempts another rezoning The developer of Holly Hills Carriage homes in Williamsburg is resubmitting a rezoning proposal to the Williamsburg Planning Commision at their February 14, 2018 meeting. At the Jan Planning Commision meeting residents of the adjacent Holly Hills Carriage Homes townhomes voiced their heated opposition to the proposed Holly Hills Villas based on objections to rental apartments, […]
Feb 9 '18 Mortgage Rates Hit Highest Level in 4 Years Mortgage rates inched even higher late last week, hitting a level not seen in four years after the January unemployment report topped economists’ expectations. As of Friday, CNBC reported that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate was at 4.5% on average. Rates at some lenders were even higher than that as expectations increased that the Federal […]
Feb 9 '18 Earth Fare Organic Grocery coming to the ‘Burg! A new tenant for Midtown Row the redevelopment of Williamsburg Shopping Center has been announced. Earth Fare, the rapidly growing authentic specialty organic and natural foods grocery store will bring healthier choices to Williamsburg VA in Summer of 2018. The 24,000 square-foot store will be part of the Midtown Row development. This will be the […]
Feb 8 '18 BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG AND WATER COUNTRY USA LAUNCH NEW MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM Busch Gardens® Williamsburg and Water Country USA® are offering new Membership Plans that provide an unprecedented level of access to the parks. Beginning today, consumers can choose from three plans, each offering admission to both parks, including Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town™ event, plus benefits for parking, guest tickets and in-park discounts. “More than a pass, […]
Feb 8 '18 Eaglescliffe Condo Vs. Ford’s Colony Single Family Home cost comparisons The Eaglescliffe Condominiums at Ford’s Colony in Williamsburg consist of two four-story buildings, 12 units each, with individual units ranging from 1,700 to 2,100 square feet. The buildings in this gated community are situated within walking distance to the adjacent country club, golf courses and walking trails. A landscaped courtyard and entry greet visitors as […]
Feb 7 '18 Williamsburg James City County School Board Approves Redistricting Map Option Four The Williamsburg James City County School Board voted February 6, 2018, to approve the middle school attendance zone four map, effective with the opening of James Blair Middle School in 2018-19. Download the map here Options two and four were the last two maps being considered by the School Board. The main difference between the two […]